Polygynous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pəˈlɪd͡ʒɪnəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Polygynous is an adjective meaning (botany) Having many styles; belonging to the order Polygynia.
Meaning
(botany) Having many styles; belonging to the order Polygynia.
More Meanings
- Having more than one female as wife or mate; practicing polygyny.
Example Sentences
These polygynous [wasp] colonies, with multiple functional queens, continue to grow unabated.
Synonyms for polygynous
Depending on context, synonyms include polygynian, polygamous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include polygamous, polygynian, polygyneous, polygamian, polygynic, polygynandrous.
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